Stargirl/Love, Stargirl Paperback Box Set [Paperback]

Originally published in 2000, Stargirl was instantly embraced and has sold nearly two million copies. With its depiction of a nonconformist with a heart of gold, its lyrical writing from Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli, and its charming love story, Stargirl quickly asserted itself as a modern classic. Love, Stargirl, the companion novel written from Stargirl's perspective, was a similarly smashing success in 2007, with over 400,000 hardcover copies sold.

Now, both bestselling paperbacks are collected in a handsome new boxed set, the ideal gift for any teen reader, as well as any of the many Stargirl fans looking for a new keepsake edition of this beloved pair of novels.Praise forStargirl:

“A magical and heartbreaking tale.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred

Spinelli has produced a poetic allegorical tale about the magnificence and rarity of true nonconformity. -- The New York Times

Part fairy godmother, part outcast, part dream-come-true, [Stargirl] possesses many of the mythical qualities of Maniac Magee.  -- Publishers Weekly, Starred

Stargirl is luminescent. . . . This book resonates long after the cover is closed. -- The Detroit News and Free Press

Stargirl tells us the captivating story of a magical, mysterious girl. . . . A wonder tribute to nonconformity.  -- Chicago Tribune

Praise forLove, Stargirl:

Humor, graceful writing, lively characters, and important lessons about life will make this a hit with fans of Stargirl. -- Kirkus Reviews, Starred 

Brilliant. . . . As charming and unique as its sensitive, nonconformist heroine. --School Library Journal

Anyone who loved Jerry Spinelli's beautiful, poignant young adult novel Stargirl is in for a treat with his latest novel.  Anyone who survived lƒ5